Stores Specialist

Port Townsend Paper Corporation • Port Townsend, WA

6d • $50,000 - $92,500 • Onsite

About The Position

A Stores Specialist at PTPC is responsible for managing inventory, processing materials, and ensuring that employees receive necessary supplies promptly and accurately. This role also focuses on reducing carrying costs and minimizing inventory obsolescence.
About Port Townsend Paper Company (PTPC) The Port Townsend Paper (“PTPC”) mill is proud to have been in continuous operation for more than 90 years. We use a blend of virgin and recycled fibers (Kraft and OCC pulp) to produce Kraft pulp, paper, containerboard, medium and market pulp. We have built a strong and loyal customer base by developing and nurturing strategic partnership-style relationships. At PTPC we believe that a healthy and safe work environment is fundamental to the success of all employees. We put that belief into practice every day by managing risk and building safety reliability into our processes and procedures. Engaging and empowering our workforce to maintain world-class safety performance is the pathway to achieving operational excellence. We also strive to preserve the environment, be good neighbors, and remain a valued member of the local community. Many of our employees have enjoyed working at PTPC for the greater part of their careers; we have employees with 20, 25, 30, even 35 years of service.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or materials handling.
• Forklift experience (or ability to be certified).
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Exposure to CMMS or inventory systems preferred.
• High school diploma or GED (additional technical coursework a plus).
• 3–5+ years of experience in manufacturing purchasing, inventory control, or MRO management.
• Strong working knowledge of CMMS / 4Site systems.
• Demonstrated experience with inventory optimization and purchasing decisions.
• Advanced understanding of DOT and hazardous materials regulations.
• Strong organizational, communication, and mentoring skillset.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to CMMS or inventory systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process, issue, return, and receive materials in the 4Site system.
• Pick, stage, shelve, and move inventory using forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Assist maintenance and operations personnel in locating parts and materials.
• Perform cycle counts and support physical inventory activities.
• Maintain warehouse housekeeping and organization standards.
• Package, insure, track, and ship repair items and routine outbound materials.
• Perform quality checks on incoming materials and report discrepancies.
• Follow established safety, DOT, and hazardous materials handling procedures.
• Rotate through warehouse duties to build proficiency across functions.
• Create and manage purchase orders for MRO supplies, including pricing and lead times.
• Expedite emergency and critical maintenance materials.
• Actively manage inventory levels to reduce carrying costs and obsolescence.
• Add new materials to the inventory system and adjust stocking parameters in coordination with maintenance.
• Ensure parts warehouses are structured for efficiency and accuracy.
• Oversee and ensure quality assurance of incoming MRO materials.
• Troubleshoot inventory discrepancies and system issues in 4Site or CMMS.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to materials management.
• Mentor and support Level 1 Stores Specialists; serve as backup coverage lead.
• Coordinate outbound logistics beyond routine shipments (repairs, returns, special handling).

Benefits

• 2 weeks paid vacation
• 9 paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
• Retirement plan
• Employee Assistance coverage with full services, including dietary and nutritional services, retirement planning, and support services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees